Pattern called for US 9 needle, but weight of yarn was too light to handle needle size. So, I switched to US 7. Plus, I added another column of pattern to compensate for change in guage.

I'm pleased with the results, but I never realized that lacework required such focus and concentration. I had 5 false starts, then finally got it the sixth time round. Ended up putting waste yarn (lifelines) through live stitches every 8 rows. They saved me on several occasions where I had to frog down to the lifeline and start the section over.

That is a great looking shawl. Congratulations and keep at it...lacework gets easier [for the most part] after you've worked on several projects. However, I must be truthful and say you run into a real stinker once in a while.

Your did a beautiful job! I agree with all the superlatives from the other men. I have wanted to do a lace project but haven't gotten brave enough to try one yet. Even small swatches get the better of me. I think it's a concentration issue with me...and losing count!